Organic
Organic production continues to grow in New York State. There are around 750 certified organic farms with over 68,900 acres. Of these farms, 286 are dairies. The Finger Lakes is a hub for organic crop production. ORGANIC CATEGORIES
Economics of Producing Industrial Hemp in NYS, 2019 Budgets
John Hanchar, Farm Business Management Specialist
Northwest New York Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops
Farm business owners can use 2019 budgets to make decisions regarding industrial hemp's place in their cropping systems.
Crop Alert
Mike Stanyard, Field Crops & IPM Specialist
Northwest New York Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops
Timely observations, information, and control strategies for managing pests, fertility, and current conditions on northwestern NY farms.
Know a Better Pasture
Nancy Glazier, Small Farms & Livestock Specialist
Northwest New York Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops
Pasture is a great way to feed your livestock during the growing season.
Transitioning from Conventional to Organic Production for the CSW Rotation
John Hanchar, Farm Business Management Specialist
Northwest New York Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops
Growers transitioning from conventional to organic production for the corn, soybean, wheat (CSW) cropping system can use an analysis of transition period economics to make decisions regarding an optimal crop sequencing.
Dealing with Frostbite on Newborn Lambs and Kids
Nancy Glazier, Small Farms & Livestock Specialist
Northwest New York Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops
Frostbite can be more serious than just ear damage in a cold winter.
Improved Meat Marketing for Small Scale Farms in the Northeast
Part 1. Understand the customer and their needs: Developing marketing strategy.
Labeling Guideline on Documentation Needed to Substantiate Animal Raising Claims
Nancy Glazier, Small Farms & Livestock Specialist
Northwest New York Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops
The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is the Agency in USDA with the responsibility for ensuring that the labeling of meat and poultry products is truthful and not misleading.
Decoding the Label: Know Your Beef Choices
Check out the newly released fact sheet on types of beef production practices.
Managing Spring Grass Growth and Selective Grazing
For most beef cattle farmers who are managing their pastures in a rotational grazing system two of the biggest spring challenges are the flush of rapid growth that will occur and selective grazing. OSU Wayne Co. extension educator Rory Lewandowski reviews some basic plant growth biology and grazing principles that may suggest some management strategies. Click here for the full article.
Forage Congress - Presentations
Nancy Glazier, Small Farms & Livestock Specialist
Northwest New York Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops
New to the NWNY Team's lineup this winter was Forage Congress at the Genesee River Restaurant and Reception Center in Mount Morris, NY.
This event covered timely topics recommended by the region's producers. The morning's session began with an overview of the cropping plan from the ground up, economics of high fiber digestibility, and new alfalfa varieties with quality grasses. The afternoon covered double cropping with winter triticale and options for properly storing silages.
Integrated Pest Management Guide for Organic Dairies- Spanish & English
Libby Eiholzer, Bilingual Dairy
Northwest New York Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops
English- http://hdl.handle.net/1813/42899
Español- http://hdl.handle.net/1813/46203
Fall Forages
Nancy Glazier, Small Farms & Livestock Specialist
Northwest New York Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops
Fall is coming, whether or not you have all your hay crops needed for the winter.
Dairy
Livestock
Grazing
Forages
Grains
Upcoming Events
2026 Forage Congress
January 28, 2026
Nunda, NY
Dear Forage Congress Participants and Partners,
Due to the unprecedented winter storm impacting travel conditions across the region, along with extreme cold temperatures and ongoing safety concerns, we have made the decision to postpone Forage Congress.
The event is now tentatively rescheduled for Wednesday, March 11, 2026, pending confirmation that this date works for all speakers, sponsors, and attendees.
This decision was made with the safety of our participants, speakers, staff and venue partner as the top priority, given hazardous travel conditions and logistical challenges associated with the storm.
Immediate confirmation of receipt of this message is required. Please reply to this email as soon as possible to confirm you have received this notice.
If you have any concerns, conflicts, or questions, please do not hesitate to call Jodi directly at 585-689-3423.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility. We appreciate your continued support and look forward to reconvening safely in March.
Sincerely,
Jodi Letham
2026 NWNY Dairy Day
February 5, 2026 : NWNY Dairy Day 2026
Perry, NY
Sponsorship and Registration OPEN!
The CCE NWNY Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops team will be holding it's 4th Annual "Dairy Day" on February 5, 2026! We will be bringing the latest in dairy research and hot topics to you with this in-person, 1-day conference.
2026 Soybean & Small Grains Congress
February 11, 2026
Henrietta, NY
Participant Registration for the 2026 Soybean & Small Grains Congress NOW OPEN!